Benjamin Fowler
Joplin,Missouri
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Downtown Advisory Board Chair
City of Pittsburg, KS
Pittsburg, Kansas
01.2024 - Current
Downtown Advisory Board Member
City of Pittsburg, KS
Pittsburg, Kansas
01.2023 - 04.2024
Co-Owner & Director of Operations
Main Street Axe Company
Joplin, Missouri
09.2019 - Current
- Managed hiring, training, and scheduling for multiple units, optimizing efficiency and customer service
- Oversaw inventory, beverage, lumber, and sanitation management, ensuring smooth operations
- Successfully planned and executed private events and tournaments, enhancing customer experience and revenue
Director Of Food And Beverage
Crestwood Country Club
Joplin, Missouri
11.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed hiring, training, and scheduling for food and beverage staff at Crestwood Country Club
- Oversaw event management, including weddings and special events, ensuring exceptional customer service
- Implemented menu planning, beverage inventory, and sanitation management to optimize kitchen operations
- Successfully managed revenue and costs, leading to increased profitability for the club
Operations Manager
Sodexo
Miami, Oklahoma
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Managed sports concessions, catering, and special events at Sodexo in Miami, Oklahoma
- Oversaw scheduling for 20-30 employees and conducted safety presentations
- Successfully executed off-site catering events and maintained sanitation standards
Director Of Dining Services
Avery Management Group, Inc.
Camp Pendleton, California
09.2014 - 09.2016
Assistant General Manager
Native Foods Café
Encinitas, California
12.2013 - 04.2014
Director of Food & Beverage
StoneRidge Country Club
Poway, California
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Managed day-to-day operations at StoneRidge Country Club, overseeing events to drive revenue and ensuring exceptional customer service
- Led hiring and training initiatives for staff, focusing on creating a cohesive team dedicated to delivering top-notch food and beverage experiences
Restaurant Manager
Cohn Restaurant Group
Oceanside, California
10.2011 - 08.2012
Food & Beverage Manager
The Grand Del Mar
San Diego, California
12.2008 - 10.2011
- Managed multiple food and beverage outlets at The Grand Del Mar, including Amaya Restaurant, Club M, and Clubhouse Grill
- Oversaw pool operations and in-room dining services, ensuring top-notch customer satisfaction
Food Server & Private Dining Server
Thomas Keller Restaurant Group
06.2006 - 06.2007
Cook
Kansas State University
Manhattan, Kansas
07.2005 - 06.2006
- Prepared meals for students and varsity athletic teams
Private Dining & Special Events Server
TAO Nightclub
09.2004 - 04.2005
Food Server, Private Dining Server, Pastry Cook
Thomas Keller Restaurant Group
08.2004 - 04.2005
Cook
Canyon Ranch
02.2004 - 08.2004
Timeline
Downtown Advisory Board Chair
City of Pittsburg, KS
01.2024 - Current
Downtown Advisory Board Member
City of Pittsburg, KS
01.2023 - 04.2024
Co-Owner & Director of Operations
Main Street Axe Company
09.2019 - Current
Director Of Food And Beverage
Crestwood Country Club
11.2017 - 09.2018
Operations Manager
Sodexo
09.2016 - 11.2017
Director Of Dining Services
Avery Management Group, Inc.
09.2014 - 09.2016
Assistant General Manager
Native Foods Café
12.2013 - 04.2014
Director of Food & Beverage
StoneRidge Country Club
08.2012 - 12.2012
Restaurant Manager
Cohn Restaurant Group
10.2011 - 08.2012
Food & Beverage Manager
The Grand Del Mar
12.2008 - 10.2011
Food Server & Private Dining Server
Thomas Keller Restaurant Group
06.2006 - 06.2007
Cook
Kansas State University
07.2005 - 06.2006
Private Dining & Special Events Server
TAO Nightclub
09.2004 - 04.2005
Food Server, Private Dining Server, Pastry Cook
Thomas Keller Restaurant Group
08.2004 - 04.2005
Cook
Canyon Ranch
02.2004 - 08.2004